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P353 DCU

1997 Dax Rush

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,681 mi
Last recorded28,681 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Dax Rush7,950 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP353 DCU
MakeDax
ModelRush
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 28,681 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 28,632 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 27,125 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 25,428 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 23,897 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 21,876 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 19,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 16,530 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 14,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 10,103 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 6,111 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 14 Jul 2014 9,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2013 8,100 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 7,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 7,384 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 7,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 6,150 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 5,886 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 5,269 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 3,026 miles

How Reliable is the Dax Rush?

Based on 2,232 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
Stop lamp not working 12
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P353 DCU is a 1997 Dax Rush in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Dax Rush models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 7,950 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dax Rush fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P353 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dax Rush typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Dax Rush is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P353 DCU registered?

P353 DCU is a 1997 Dax Rush, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P353 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P353 DCU shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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